HEMBA, CONGO
WOOD, HEIGHT 59CM

The Hemba have a great tradition of carved stools. The “Master of Buli” is well known for carving stools with very expressive and elongated features of the carriers. This particular carving is definitely influenced by his designs and definitely was created through his influence. Hemba stools are generally quite tall, this one measurers 59 cm which is actually more than a comfortable height, but the main reason is probably to make the occupant stand out tall and look more important.